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Employee Benefits Account Manager

Food Management Search
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/30/2026

A growing insurance and employee benefits organization is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Account Manager to support and service group benefits clients in a hybrid work environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-focused setting and enjoys building long-term relationships while managing day-to-day benefits administration and support activities.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced working with employer-sponsored health and life insurance programs. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, carriers, vendors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day servicing activities for assigned employee benefits accounts
  • Support clients with renewals, enrollments, policy changes, terminations, and ongoing account maintenance
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with employer groups, insurance carriers, TPAs, and internal stakeholders
  • Coordinate the timely delivery of plan materials, employee communications, and benefits documentation
  • Assist clients and employees with claims-related issues, billing questions, and carrier escalations
  • Work directly with insurance carriers and third-party administrators to resolve service and policy-related matters
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation within agency management and CRM systems
  • Provide hands-on support during open enrollment and employee education activities
  • Stay informed on benefits trends, compliance updates, carrier offerings, and industry best practices
  • Support overall client retention and service initiatives through responsive and professional communication

Qualifications

  • Active Life & Health insurance license required
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience supporting employee benefits or group insurance accounts
  • Knowledge of group health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance products
  • Strong customer service, communication, and relationship management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Experience working with insurance carriers, TPAs, and benefits administration processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and agency management or CRM systems
  • Experience with HubSpot or similar CRM platforms is a plus

Preferred Traits

  • Client-service mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Comfortable assisting clients and employees with benefits education and enrollment support
  • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
  • Adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced professional setting

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